Navigating Professional Boundaries at Work
Boundaries play a crucial role in creating a professional environment where employees feel respected, safe, and valued. Maintaining professionalism and productivity requires a balance between flexibility and structure, where boundaries serve as guidelines for appropriate conduct and interaction. Self-awareness of personal limits plays a pivotal role in identifying and establishing workplace boundaries. It involves reflection to recognize one’s own needs, preferences, and capacities in the context of the work.
A Guide to Self Improvement Counselling
Unlocking Your Best Self: A Guide to Self-Improvement Counselling Beginning counseling or mental health therapy for self-improvement is a powerful step towards personal growth and well-being. Self-improvement counseling offers a holistic approach to enhancing various aspects of your life. In this article, we will delve into key areas of self-improvement counseling, focusing on emotion regulation, […]
What You Need To Know About Bullying in Adults
Understanding and Addressing Adult Bullying: A mental health perspective Adult bullying is a pervasive issue that often goes unnoticed in our society. While it may not receive as much attention as bullying in schools, it can have profound and lasting effects on individuals’ mental well-being. Defining bullying Adult bullying involves persistent, intentional, and harmful behavior […]
Managing Life Transition Anxiety
Life transition anxiety is a common experience when we encounter change. This is especially true when the change is unpredictable or perceived to be largely out of our control. In this article, we will discuss What life transitions are Common triggers for life transition anxiety How change impacts mental health The signs and symptoms of […]
Understanding Childhood Emotional Neglect
Childhood emotional neglect is a profoundly impactful yet often overlooked aspect of a person’s early development. As a psychologist I have observed the far-reaching consequences of emotional neglect on individuals throughout their lives. In this post, we will explore the complex subject of childhood emotional neglect, shedding light on its nature, signs, and lasting effects, […]
Why Do I Feel Anxious for No Reason?
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s not uncommon to experience moments of anxiety even when there seems to be no apparent reason. This post aims to delve into the various aspects of this phenomenon and shed light on why you might be feeling anxious seemingly out of the blue Somatic Anxiety Symptoms Understanding the Physical Manifestations […]
ACES in Mental Health
Understanding the factors that shape our psychological well-being has become crucial and are an important area of interest in preventative care and addressing health disparities. One such factor that has garnered attention is ACES, or Adverse Childhood Experiences. These experiences, often invisible to others outside the childhood family home, can have a profound impact on […]
5 Reasons To Choose A Local Therapist
In the quest for mental health therapy treatment and emotional well-being, seeking the help of a qualified therapist can be a transformative step. As previously explored in several other posts (What to Look for When Choosing a Therapist and Why Therapy Doesn’t Work for Everyone), finding a therapist that is the right match for you […]
Counselling Psychology Benefit Coverage
Taking care of our mental health is vital for overall well-being, and having access to adequate psychological support is essential in achieving a balanced and fulfilling life. In Alberta, Canada, various benefit coverage options exist to help individuals access mental health services and treatments, providing much-needed support during challenging times. In this post, we will […]
What to Do If Your Family Member Won’t Go to Therapy
In therapy, there is a funny adage which says, “People in therapy are often in therapy, to deal with the people in their lives, who won’t go to therapy” When a family member, partner, or friend is resistant to seeking therapy, it can be challenging and frustrating, especially if you believe therapy could greatly […]
